Update: Mushroomhead to Screen New DVD at the Cedar Lee, Make In-Store Appearance at the Exchange in Parma
Update: In celebration of the release of its new DVD, Volume III, the local metal act Mushroomhead will host an exclusive, one-night-only screening/premiere of the entire two-hour DVD at 10 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 15, at the Cedar Lee Theatre. Tickets, which include a copy of the DVD, are $25. “Members of our team originally wanted…
Live Summer Entertainment Debuts on East Fourth Tonight
East Fourth Street is kicking of this summer with new live entertainment, including music, games, yoga and a bar crawl. Every Thursday, starting tonight at 4:30 p.m.,”City Night’s Summer Lights” offers happy hour specials on food and drinks, as well as free live music outside. So far the schedule is as follows: June 21 -…
Cleveland Boasts the Least Economically and Racially Diverse Neighborhoods Among Major Metro Areas, According to New Study
City Observatory on Tuesday released a study of America’s most diverse, mixed income neighborhoods identified by dissecting the inclusivity of race and ethnicity measured by the variety of household incomes in said neighborhoods. Cleveland failed. Miserably. Looking at the Racial and Ethnic Diversity Index (REDI), City Observatory divided the median neighborhood level of diversity by the…
Aly & AJ’s Alyson and Amanda Michalka Talk About Embracing ’80s Pop Music on Their New EP
Last year, the pop duo Aly & AJ returned after a 10-year hiatus with the EP Ten Years, an album of introspective tunes laden with ‘80s-inspired synthesizers. Album opener “Take Me” features rattling drum machine beats and falsetto vocals and sounds like Like a Virgin-era Madonna. “The Distance” is a breakup tune that nicely mirrors “Potential Break-Up Song,” the…
Pinney Drop: A ‘Know-it-all Attorney’ Wants to Align Cleveland’s Economic Development Ego-System, but Can the Egos Relent?
The svelte and close-cropped 42-year-old lawyer Jon J. Pinney presented a hotly anticipated apoca-speech to a sold-out crowd at the City Club of Cleveland earlier this month after several nights, he said, of fitful sleep. This managing partner of Kohrman Jackson & Krantz, a self-described “somewhat fearless” and “know-it-all attorney” in the physical mold of…
These Cleveland-Area Summer Fitness Classes and Events Are Completely Free
Exercise is a necessary evil often made more cumbersome by the expense of gyms and fitness classes. But this summer it’s time to dust off that yoga mat and dig out your running shoes, as many Cleveland-area organizations are offering free fitness classes and events. Here’s where you can go to cheaply feel the burn…
Social Distortion to Headline Klipsch Fest at the Rock Hall
The Rock Hall has just announced that the veteran punk rock band Social Distortion [pictured] will perform as part of Klipsch Fest, a day-long celebration happening from 3 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11. The event will also include various live performances, DJ sets, demos and giveaways on the PNC Rock Hall Live! stage.…
Former Barenaked Ladies Singer Steven Page to Perform at the Music Box in October
Since leaving Barenaked Ladies in 2009, singer Steven Page has kept plenty busy. He’s composed six theatrical scores for Canada’s Stratford Festival and collaborated and toured with Toronto’s innovative Art of Time ensemble. He also hosted the TV program The Illegal Eater while continuing to write, release and perform his original music. He’s currently working…
Swensons Drive-In Eyeing New Location in Strongsville
The Cleveland-area cheeseburger news just keeps getting juicier, as Swensons Drive-in is considering opening yet another of its restaurants on the west side, this time in Strongsville. The Akron-based eatery (and LeBron James favorite) is eyeing a parcel of land on Pearl Road owned by Strongsville City Schools. The school district is currently deciding if…
Ohio Republican Senator Rob Portman Opposes Trump’s Immigration Policy, But Has Yet to Support the ‘Keep Families Together’ Act
In case you haven’t been watching the news or following any social media timelines, the Trump administration is currently separating children from their families at the border and keeping them in literal cages. As part of Trump’s “zero tolerance” immigration policy, nearly 2,000 children have been taken from their parents since Attorney General Jeff Sessions…
Details Announced for This Year’s Freakstomp Festival
Last year, local rockers Tropidelic successfully launched their two-day Freakstomp Music Festival. The festival, which took place in Medina, featured acts such as Vibe & Direct, Bumpin’ Uglies, Sun-Dried Vibes, Pasadena, Elementree Livity Project, Drunken Sunday and Derlee. Tropidelic headlined both nights of music. The band recently announced the Freakstomp Music Festival will return this…
Westlake Mayor Dennis Clough Elected RTA Board President after Valarie McCall Withdraws
At a strange and lengthy Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) annual board meeting Tuesday, Westlake Mayor Dennis Clough was elected president of the agency’s board of trustees. Clough has been an RTA board member since 1999 and has served as interim president since the resignation of longtime president George Dixon earlier this year in…
27 Reptiles Found Abandoned, Emaciated in Richland County
The Humane Society of Richland County is currently inundated with animals of the not-so-furry kind. The Mansfield Journal reports that the shelter is now housing 27 reptiles, which were rescued from an abandoned home in Ontario, Ohio, a couple weeks ago. All of the rescued animals, which include a blue-tongued skink, a bearded dragon, corn…
Local Indie Rockers Time Cat to Record Live Album in Akron
Named after a children’s book, the Akron-based indie rock group Time Cat has recently gathered some momentum. The online music magazine Noisey published a profile of the group last year, and the band has just announced it’ll record a live album at the new Akron Recording Company (ARC) recording studio. Locals Ben Patrick of the…
At Least Nine Shootings in Cleveland Last Weekend
On Sunday morning, Cleveland police released information regarding seven reported shootings throughout the city. Between the evening of Saturday June 16th and early Sunday June 17th, the following shootings occurred: Saturday at 7 p.m.: A man was shot in the chest on Elton Avenue near West 74rd Street. Saturday at 9 p.m.: A woman was…
The Mercury Theatre Company Turns Cinderella on Its Head in ‘Soho Cinders,’ Featuring a Young Gay Man at the Center of the Ball
Okay, sure, Jerry Lewis did it first in Cinderfella, turning the Cinderella story on its head and switching genders of the poor little heroine. But as inventive as Lewis was, he could never have anticipated Cinderella being turned into Robbie, a young gay man who is having an affair with a married (to a woman)…
Cleveland’s Elizabeth Ann Hosting Benefit to Combat Revenge Porn This Sunday
In April, police shut down the illegal revenge porn database Anon-IB, but as we reported, Ohio still doesn’t have any protections in place for victims of revenge porn. Ohio is one of only 12 states without any sort of protective legislation, and for Clevelander Elizabeth Ann, enough is enough. “I’m a victim first, and an…
More Than $23,000 Successfully Raised for Tamir Rice Afrocentric Center
Last month we reported on Samaria Rice’s goal of opening a student community center in Cleveland’s St. Clair neighborhood in honor of her late son, Tamir Rice. We recently learned that the Tamir Rice Foundation’s Afrocentric Center surpassed its goal of $21,000 and raised a whopping $23,573. Tamir, was shot and killed by Cleveland police…
‘Memphis, the Musical’ Deftly Captures How Rhythm and Blues Gave Birth to Rock
There are a few good reasons to see Memphis, the Musical now at Cain Park. But none of them have to do with the story and how it rolls out. This is not to say that the tale of a white man who actively promoted African-American “race music” in the 1950s isn’t interesting. It is…
A Horrifying Toxic Plant Causing Third-Degree Burns and Blindness May Start Popping Up Near Cleveland
The Giant Hogweed Plant has a name that immediately invokes some nightmare imagery of a demonic warthog, and the invasive plant can do some serious damage when it comes in contact with humans. Although extremely rare, 30 Giant Hogweed Plants were recently spotted this week in Virginia. Terrifyingly enough, the plant has a history of growing…
Celebrate the First Day of Summer with Free Ice Cream on Public Square
Turns out that the state of Michigan wants you to come visit sometime this summer. So bad in fact that the Pure Michigan advertising campaign is passing out free ice cream in downtown Cleveland this Thursday in honor of the first official day of summer. Offering three flavors to any passersby interested in ice cream, the event…
On LeBron, The Waiting Game and Life Assessments — The A to Z Podcast With Andre Knott and Zac Jackson
Andre and Zac are back. They discuss the Cavs, LeBron’s options, the Browns’ offseason hype train and what happens when you go to a Blossom concert at 40. Subscribe to A to Z on iTunes here.
Sheila E. to Play an Akron Urban League Benefit Concert at Hard Rock Live
During a career that spans 30 years, Sheila E. has established herself as a talented percussionist who’s collaborated with acts such as George Duke, Marvin Gaye, Gloria Estefan and Prince. She’s also served as drummer in Ringo Starr’s All-Star Band and musical director for Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce Knowles and Prince. On Aug. 16, she’ll perform…
How To Cool Off In Cleveland When It’s 90 Degrees
With a whole summer of balmy days ahead of us, you’re going to want a way to cool off when the temps climb into the 90s and beyond. Ideally, that means jumping into some water. Thankfully there are plenty of options around Cleveland that are a bit more useful than the kiddie pool you have…
5 Ways to Catch Outdoor Theater in Northeast Ohio This Summer
This summer, Clevelanders can experience world-class theater and enjoy the warm weather… while it lasts. Here is a roundup of outdoor theatrical productions around Northeast Ohio that are completely worthy of your time. Cleveland Shakespeare Festival Various locations around Northeast Ohio. Get the full list and learn more here.This traveling troupe of actors helps bring…
Michigan’s Arcadia Brewery Co. to Distribute Mötorhead’s Röad Crew Beer in Northeast Ohio
This Saturday, Arcadia Brewing Co. will launch Röad Crew beer at Arcadia’s riverfront brewery in Kalamazoo. A “crushable hop-forward India Pale Ale with a floral and citrussy hop character with just the right amount of malt sweetness,” Röad Crew stems from a collaboration with members of the metal band Mötorhead. “A Röad Crew beer is perfect for all…
City of Akron Delays Decision on Future of Second Chance Village Homeless Community Until Later This Summer
Following an emotional and lengthy meeting of the Akron planning commission last Friday the city announced it will delay a decision on a conditional permit that would allow a homeless encampment on private property to continue operating. Sage Lewis, a local businessman, opened his land to homeless last year and installed toilets, a kitchen and…
You Can Bid On J.R. Smith’s Game-Worn Jersey From Infamous Game 1 Of NBA Finals
After he got the rebound after a George Hill missed free throw with under 5 seconds to go in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, and the Cavaliers tied with the Golden State Warriors, J.R. Smith dribbled around and didn’t shoot the ball. The Cavaliers then lost in overtime, despite a 51 point effort from LeBron…
What You Need to Know About Scene’s Best Of Party
Our annual Best of Cleveland issue gives us the chance to recognize the people and businesses that drive the renaissance of this amazing city. Thursday’s event at Shooters acknowledges the winners (picked by readers) with a big party and celebration. There will be local bites, “funky cocktails” and some of the city’s best local entertainers.…
My Morning Jacket’s Jim James to Play the Agora in November
Earlier today, My Morning Jacket’s Jim James announced that he’ll embark on a solo acoustic concert tour this fall. He aims to visit historic theaters and performing arts centers across the states and will perform at the Agora Theater on Nov. 10. Longtime touring drummer David Givan will accompany James, who’ll perform a “career-encompassing repertoire”…
Sammy DeLeon to Kick Off Free Summer Concert Series at Lake View Cemetery
Now in its fifth year, Concerts at Lake View Cemetery offers locals yet another great opportunity to catch a free concert this summer. On Sunday, local jazz percussionist Sammy DeLeon kicks off the six-concert series that takes place on the Garfield Monument lawn. The organizers encourage fans to bring a lawn chair, blanket or picnic…
Two Akron Firefighters on Paid Leave After Allegedly Making Porn at Fire Station
According to a report from ABC News 5 Cleveland, two Akron firefighters have been awarded paid leave after allegations surfaced that they created pornographic videos in one of their fire stations. An internal investigation is underway with the Akron fire department, and the Akron police department has expressed no involvement. Information about the content of the…
Imagine Dragons Win Over Blossom Crowd with Exuberant Energy
Last night at Blossom, Imagine Dragons ignited the evening with the explosive “Radioactive,” their very first hit from their 2012 debut album, Night Visions. The summer sun was still up for the 8:15 p.m. start time, and the band seemed larger-than-life and almost too real in the harsh light of day. You can see a slideshow…
Micky Dolenz and Mike Nesmith Do Justice to the Monkees’ Formidable Catalog
More than 50 years after the Monkees made their Cleveland debut, two of the band’s principal members—Micky Dolenz and Mike Nesmith—brought their first-ever duo tour to Cain Park last night. The two-hour, 30-song set did justice to all facets of the band’s formidable catalog, and underscored the Monkees’ vast musical range. The night started with…
Shania Twain Delivers a Visually Compelling Career Overview at the Q
It’d be hard to script a better comeback story than that of Shania Twain. The Canadian-born country singer abruptly retired from performing in the early 2000s; she later explained that Lyme disease and dysphonia weakened her voice to the point that she could no longer effectively sing. After working to restore her voice, she made…
Cain Park’s 80th Season Kicks Off Tonight with ‘Memphis: The Musical’
The heart of Cleveland Heights’ summer experience, Cain Park, is celebrating its 80th season with a dynamic slate of events, kicking off tonight with the opening of Memphis: The Musical. Directed by Cain Park Theater’s Artistic Director Joanna May Cullinan, with musical direction by Jordan Cooper, Memphis: The Musical stars two of Cleveland’s most talented vocalists,…
Here’s Where Cleveland Would Have Been on the Pangaea Supercontinent 240 Million Years Ago
[image-1] Here’s a cool tool developed by Ian Webster that plots modern addresses on a map of earth from up to 750 million years ago. The search defaults to the Pangaea age, but you can change the timeframe from 750 million years ago through today. And now you have something to kill a little time…
Blue October to Play the Agora Theatre in November
Led by volatile singer-guitarist Justin Furstenfeld, the alt-rock act Blue October has experienced extreme ups and downs since forming more than 20 years ago. Furstenfeld chronicles that rollercoaster ride in Crazy Making — The Words and Lyrics of Justin Furstenfeld, a collection of annotated lyrics for the songs in the band’s discography. After touring in…
Help Identify This Man with Questionable Face Tattoos Who Violently Attacked a Jogger in Garfield Park
A jogger was violently attacked running through the Metroparks Garfield Park reservation on Saturday morning, and the Cleveland Metroparks have released a composite sketch of the man suspected of the crime. Public assistance is requested by the Metroparks rangers to bring this man to justice. The man is described as a black male in his mid-20s…
Third Annual Queer Art Show Moves to PopEye Gallery at 78th Street Studios
For the last two years, Benji Diaz and Omid Tavakoli have curated the Queer Art Show at Twist Social Club. This year, the event has a new home with the PopEye Gallery at 78th Street Studios. A collaborative effort of diverse local creatives raising awareness for free expression through art and the LGBTQ community, Queer Art…
Local Rockers MOSSOM Release New Short Film and Single
Just this week, MOSSOM, the local hard rock band singer-bassist David Moss formed three years ago, released The Making of Mahalo, a short film directed by Cleveland-based Rob Montague of Latemorning Films. Filmed on location at Somewhere Recording with producer Michael Seifert, the movie features behind-the-scenes footage from the making of the band’s new single,…
The Dip’s First Show in Cleveland Promises an Evening of Soulful Rhythm, Both Classic and Contemporary
When The Dip arrives in Cleveland on June 25, it will be not with a bang but with a rhythmic snap and a brassy finish that the band slides into the comforting confines of Beachland Ballroom. This is how the seven-piece rolls: They are a wonderfully tight soul outfit from Seattle, and they do things…
ACLU of Ohio, Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless and Others Implore Akron Planning Commission to Protect ‘Second Chance Village” Homeless Camp
The Akron Planning Commission tomorrow will take up the fate of the Second Chance Village, a small nonprofit and band of homeless people who have lived in tents on the property of Sage Lewis, a local businessman who opened his land to them and installed toilets, a kitchen and security cameras to facilitate their encampment.…
Legislation Introduced to Expand Cuyahoga County’s Anti-Discrimination Code to Protect Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation
Legislation was introduced on Tuesday that would establish a commission to hear discrimination complaints, including complaints related to sexual orientation and gender identification, in Cuyahoga County. Introduced by County Executive Armond Budish, County Council President Dan Brady and councilmembers Dale Miller and Michael Houser, the legislation would establish a three-person Cuyahoga County Commission on Human Rights.…
American Greetings Apologizes After Backlash Over ‘Baby Daddy’ Father’s Day Card
It’s always astounding to see a product hit shelves that is so obviously daft, it’s almost physically impossible to understand the mindset of the workers across multiple stages of production who never once thought to say, “Uh … anyone else think this might be a bit problematic?” American Greetings released a series of cards in…
Trio in Tremont to Open in Former Bac Asian Bistro Spot on June 21
Back in March, we reported on the imminent closure of Bac Asian Bistro (and forthcoming opening of Ninja City in Detroit Shoreway) and chef Anthony Scolaro’s plans to open Trio (2661 W. 14th St., 216-952-7035) in that corner Tremont property. Now we know that the restaurant will open on June 21. For the past four…
The World Cup is Upon Us, Here’s Where to Watch in Cleveland
The most-watched sporting tournament on the planet kicked off today with Russia soundly defeating Saudi Arabia. But there are plenty of soccer (aka football) games to come in the FIFA World Cup, which runs through July 15. And while the United States did not qualify for the Russia-hosted competition — a huge embarrassment, even for a country which…
RIP Chuck Vinci, Cleveland Native and Last American Male Weightlifter to Win an Olympic Gold Medal
Chuck Vinci passed away yesterday at the age of 85. He’s survived by eight children. Vinci, born and raised in Cleveland, was one of the most successful American weightlifters in history. He won gold at the 1956 Olympic games in Melbourne and again in the 1960 games in Rome. No American male weightlifter has won…
Tremont West Announces Schedule for Arts in August 2018
Each August, Tremont West partners with Ward 3 Councilman Kerry McCormack, LAND Studio and Cleveland Public Theatre to present free professional dance, theater and music in Lincoln Park. Raymond Bobgan, the Executive Artistic Director of Cleveland Public Theatre, will curate the performances. Opening night will feature the Cleveland Public Theatre’s Student Theatre Enrichment Program, and…
What You Need to Know About Larchmere PorchFest
Don’t call the cops on Saturday to complain about the racket coming from next door. The 30 local bands playing at the tenth annual Larchmere PorchFest have the city’s approval to perform. Figuring out which band is playing on which porch can be a bit tricky, but the organizers have posted a helpful schedule and…
The Connect Podcast With Special Guest Russ Mitchell
Russ Mitchell is a journalist and news anchor. You may know him from CBS where he was anchor of The Early Show on Saturday and weekend anchor of the CBS Evening News. In 2012, Russ joined WKYC in Cleveland as a lead anchor. Our conversation covered many topics including: • How the storyteller Spalding Gray…
‘The Divided City’ is a Timely, Necessary Book on Concentrated Poverty and Segregation in the Rust Belt
Alan Mallach’s The Divided City is the best and most relevant book written on urban planning and policy in post-industrial cities in the 21st century. This book is not only packed with information and ideas, but is well-written, enjoyable, and engaging. From the moment that I cracked it open, it demanded my attention, because it…
Group Plan Commission Wants Bollards to Replace Ugly Concrete Barriers on Public Square, Needs $2 Million
When the renovated Public Square opened to bus traffic in March 2017 — after a bitter, obstinate, wrong-headed battle by mayor Frank Jackson against the Federal Transit Administration, RTA, city council, transit advocates and basically every reasonable person in Cleveland — it debuted with decidedly ugly safety features, including concrete jersey barriers that marred what…
Author Brian Hassett to Bring His ‘One-Man Variety Show’ to Visible Voice Books and Mac’s Backs
In his book The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Jack Kerouac, Brian Hassett writes about the many connections between the Grateful Dead and Beat writer Jack Kerouac. The book features conversations with significant figures such as Allen Ginsberg, Gregory Corso, William Burroughs, Herbert Huncke, Ken Kesey, Michael McClure, Carolyn Cassady, Edie Kerouac, Abbie Hoffman, Paul Krassner and Al Aronowitz.…
Panic! At the Disco to Play the Q in 2019
Earlier this year, indie rockers Panic! At the Disco played a surprise show at the Grog Shop to build hype for Pray for the Wicked, its latest album. The group would also play pop-up shows in a number of other cities before announcing an arena tour in support of the disc, due out June 22.…
The CleCast With Special Guest Madeline Finn
If you already follow and listen to the CleCast, you already know what you’re getting. For those of you that don’t, we’ll be sharing new episodes of the pod, which features Dan Huszai and Brian Harrington talking about all things Cleveland — music, movies, art, politics, transit, food, beer, etc., starting this week. Today’s installment: Dan…
Ohio Jobs Don’t Pay Enough to Cover Rent, But Cleveland is Still Promoted as an Affordable Place to Live
The National Low Income Housing Coalition and the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio released a report today revealing that most Ohio jobs don’t pay enough to cover the cost of rent. Ohio’s “housing wage” — the hourly wage a renter needs to earn to pay for a basic, two-bedroom unit — increased again this…
Special Guests to Join Locals Funk a Deli at Upcoming Cain Park Show
Earlier this year, Yiddishe Cup, a Cleveland Heights-based klezmer band that’s been around for as long as we can remember, changed its name to Funk a Deli and decided to broaden its musical palate. “I decided to change the band’s name because, after 30 years, I got a little tired of playing the same tunes,”…
Here’s Another Mini Documentary on Cleveland’s Ill-Fated Attempt at Releasing 1.5 Million Balloons in 1986
Regardless of whether or not you’ve devoured all the previous videos detailing Cleveland’s disastrous 1986 attempt at launching 1.5 million balloons, it never hurts to watch another one. This one is from Nathan Truesdell and debuted yesterday. It’s still dumbfounding that anyone thought this was a good idea.
New Independent Poll Finds Ohioans Favor Democrat Richard Cordray for Governor
After his victory for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, Richard Cordray has been fighting what many assumed would be an uphill climb to take Governor John Kasich’s soon-to-be empty seat against the Republican nomination, Mike DeWine. However, a new poll released today from the Enquirer/Suffolk University — the first statewide, independent poll since the Ohio primary —…
‘Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin’ at the Cleveland Play House is a Fun But Shallow Profile of the Composer
It’s hard not to like a Hershey Felder show. Like a friendly and incredibly persistent Scotch terrier, Felder’s shows hump your leg with gusto until you’re forced to give them your full attention. Such is the case with Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin, which is another in Felder’s long lineup of one-person shows about famous…
IngenuityFest’s Time Traveler’s Bal Returns This Saturday
Cleveland is about to get a spike in steampunk aesthetic this Saturday with the return of The Time Traveler’s Bal, a fundraiser supporting IngenuityFest 2018: FuturePast. The Time Traveler’s Bal aims to “transport attendees through a scientist’s homemade time machine, opening portals to the future and the past.” Guests are invited to get creative and dress to…
Bodega, New York’s Brightest New Band, to Bring Its Sharp Art Rock to Beachland Tavern
New York is known for embracing pioneering art rock acts like Talking Heads, the Velvet Underground, Patti Smith and Sonic Youth, so it’s no wonder why Bodega, art rock’s best new band (and arguably New York’s best new band) is also based in the famed Big Apple. Though band members consider themselves part of the…
LGBTQ Youth are at Increased Risk of Negative Outcomes in the Foster Care System
Sonia Emerson was only 2 years old when she entered the Cuyahoga County foster care system because her biological parents were no longer able to care for her. She spent the next seven years growing up in the system before joining the ranks of the lucky ones, as far as foster care is concerned, when…
Get Out: Everything You Should Be Doing in Cleveland This Weekend (June 13-19)
WED 06/13 Beautiful: The Carole King Musical Back in the early ’60s, Carole King and husband Gerry Goffin emerged as a formidable songwriting duo, crafting dozens of chart hits for other artists. In the ’70s, King finally started singing and recording her own tunes. Her 1971 album Tapestry became a huge hit. Beautiful: The Carole…
Marilyn Szalay and Judy Takács Reveal ‘Secrets’ at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve
Two titans of figurative art in Cleveland, the late Marilyn “Lynn” Szalay and Judy Takács, present allegory and iconography in Secrets, now showing at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve. If there be any doubt that these two artists are masters, this exhibition will flay your dead-white-dude mentality with oil paints on canvas, a…
The Intensity is Sometimes Lacking in ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’ at Blank Canvas Theatre
It’s too bad that humans didn’t really evolve as they were imagined in one of the Greek myths. According to that yarn, humans were originally endowed with four arms, four legs and two faces. If the Cavs had started five such players, averaging over 6-foot-8 in height, they might have had a chance against the…
Good Songs Keep ‘Hearts Beat Loud’ Strumming Along
It’s nearly impossible to dislike Nick Offerman, but his dry wit and no-nonsense Ron Swanson persona that worked so well on Parks and Recreation feels out of tune with the rest of the new indie flick Hearts Beat Loud. Luckily, stunning performances from Kiersey Clemons and Toni Collette are the melody that keeps the delightfully…
Newest Film Adaption of ‘The Seagull’ Fails to Fully Take Flight
Amidst big-budget summer blockbusters like superhero sequels and a Star Wars prequel comes The Seagull, a modest period piece based on an Anton Chekov play. Don’t expect this movie to set any box office records. Likely to get lost in the summer release shuffle, the incredibly esoteric but well-acted movie opens on Friday at the…
CWRU Students Helped Matt Vann transform the Jolly Scholar from a Campus Bar to a Fully Functioning Brewery
“We’re hidden pretty good,” says Matt Vann, owner of the Jolly Scholar. “I always say that we’re the hardest brewery in Cleveland to find.” Jolly Scholar’s location, tucked into a building on the campus of Case Western Reserve University, is just one of the challenges Vann faces that his competition does not. Despite being a…
Band of the Week: Mike Uva
MEET THE BAND: Mike Allan (bass), Nick Cross (guitar), Mike Lyford (piano, organ, backing vocals), Dan Price (drums), Stelianos Simantiris (guitar), Mike Uva (guitar, vocals) THE GUY FROM VERMONT: Uva grew up in Syracuse where he listened to what he describes as the “usual stuff” — classic rock you hear on the radio. He learned…
Savage Love: Retroactive Blessings
Without snooping, I came across texts between my wife “Mary” and a guy “Jeremy” of a very sexual nature. While I would be okay if she were doing this and I knew about it, this has been going on since before we met. (We’ve been together 10 years.) She says she has never met him…
